Cardamom

Definition

An aromatic spice made from the seeds of plants in the ginger family, featuring a warm, complex flavor with citrus and eucalyptus notes. Used extensively in both sweet and savory dishes across Indian, Middle Eastern, and Scandinavian cuisines.

Example Usage

The chai was perfectly spiced with cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves.

Origin

From Greek 'kardamomon,' borrowed from Sanskrit 'cardama,' possibly meaning 'to spread' or relating to the seed pod's segmented structure.

Fun Fact

Cardamom is the third most expensive spice by weight, after saffron and vanilla, and is sometimes called the 'queen of spices.'

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